Access Road - Environmental Checklist

This list does not contain all of the many tasks that may be associated with obtaining environmental clearances for Access road projects, but it can serve as a general guide. 

1. After receiving notification your Access road application was approved by VDOT, set up project “Kick off” meeting with the VDOT Project Coordinator and VDOT District Environmental Manager.  Discuss scope of project and receive information on environmental requirements.
    
2. Do not start any ground disturbing activities for the Access road until all environmental compliance is complete.
    
3. Complete the Project Early Notification form.  This provides detailed information to VDOT about the scope of the project and it’s location.  Forward to VDOT Project Coordinator, with a copy to VDOT District Environmental Manager.
    
4. Contact and coordinate project with appropriate state/federal agencies.
    
5. Obtain “capstone letters” and/or necessary permits for Access road project from state/federal agencies.
    
6. Complete Hazardous Materials and Water Quality Due Diligence forms.
    
7. Forward all agency coordination letters (“capstone letters”), permits, and Due Diligence forms to the VDOT Project Coordinator, with a copy to the VDOT District Environmental Manager. 
    
8. Implement any environmental commitments from the SERP PEI, agency coordination or permits.